Current Events 7/22/2024
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A Look Back at July 17, 1955, Opening Day at Disneyland
Published: July 17, 2024
Disney Parks Blog
Disneyland offers $69 ticket to Anaheim residents in honor of park’s birthday
The deep discount is 34% to 64% off the $104 to $194 single day, single park tickets.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: July 17, 2024
“Disneyland is offering Anaheim residents $69 tickets in honor of the 69th anniversary of the park — which debuted on July 17, 1955.
“The deep discount is 34% to 64% off the $104 to $194 single day, single park tickets.
”The special Anaheim residents tickets can be used at Disneyland or Disney California Adventure on any day that reservations are available from Aug. 5 through Sept. 26.”
Orange County Register
Disneyland Resort Announces Limited Time Ticket Offer for Anaheim Residents
by Tricia Kennedy | Jul 17, 2024
Laughing Place
Disneyland signals plans to celebrate 70th anniversary in a big way
Employees will launch preparations with a 'Road to the 70th' backstage party on July 17 — the park's 69th birthday.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: July 9, 2024
“Disneyland appears to be gearing up for a 70th anniversary celebration in 2025 to rival the yearlong parties for the 50th and 60th anniversaries that brought new or returning parades, fireworks shows and nighttime spectaculars along with themed decor, food and merchandise.
“Disneyland cast members will launch 70th anniversary preparations with a ‘Road to the 70th’ backstage party on July 17 — the Anaheim theme park’s 69th birthday.
“Disneyland employees — known as cast members in Disney parlance — will celebrate the Road to the 70th with backstage photo ops, Porto’s Bakery treats, puzzle contests, tours of Walt Disney’s fire station apartment and other activities.”
Orange County Register
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure makeovers cost $142 million, report says
The twin transformations of Splash Mountain at Disneyland and Disney World could be the most costly ride updates in Disney history, according to Forbes.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: July 15, 2024
“The cost of converting Splash Mountain to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland and Walt Disney World could be one of the most expensive ride updates in Disney history, according to a new published report.
“Forbes estimates the total spent on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure over the past four years at $142 million.”
Orange County Register
Don’t buy those $900 Oogie Boogie Bash tickets on StubHub — Disneyland is watching
Disneyland has cracked down on scalpers selling tickets for after hours, separate admission events.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: July 18, 2024
“Disneyland has a dire warning for anyone shut out of the sold-out Oogie Boogie Bash event and thinking about paying double, triple or quadruple for tickets at an online reseller: Buyer beware.”
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“There is still a way to get into this year’s sold out Oogie Boogie Bash event — especially if you don’t blink at paying $900 a ticket.
“The Oogie Boogie Bash VIP Tour gets up to eight people into the event with a tour guide for eight hours plus priority access to Villains Grove, reserved viewing for the Frightfully Fun Parade, plus food, drinks and exclusive souvenirs — all for $7,500 to $8,500 depending on the date.”
Orange County Register
Whoopi Goldberg says she spread her mom’s ashes at Disneyland
By VIVIAN KWARMN New York Daily News
UPDATED: July 19, 2024
“The View host revealed that after her mom, Emma Harris, died from a stroke in 2010, she honored her by spreading her ashes at Disneyland while on her mother’s favorite ride,’It’s a Small World.’”
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“The 68-year-old went on to explain her mom loved Disneyland and was especially fond of the ride. ‘When I was a kid, the World’s Fair was [in New York],’ she added, ‘and it was the introduction of (It’s a) Small World.’”
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“In California, it is illegal to scatter ashes on public land without a permit. You must obtain written permission from the owner to spread them on private property other than your own — which includes all Disney Parks.”
Orange County Register
Whoopi Goldberg Breaks the Rules to Honor Her Mother at Disneyland
by Tricia Kennedy | Jul 16, 2024
Laughing Place
Disney Legend Bill “Sully” Sullivan Passes Away at 88
by Tony Betti | Jul 16, 2024
“Known for a storied career at Disneyland and Walt Disney World (and beyond!) Disney Legend Bill ‘Sully’ Sullivan has passed away at the age of 88.
“After seeing the opening of Disneyland on television, Sully promised himself he’d work there and found work at the park where he progressed from ticket-taker to ride operator to operations supervisor.”
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“He relocated to Florida for the opening of Walt Disney World in 1971.”
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“Sully also served as Vice President of the Magic Kingdom from 1987 until 1993, allowing him to oversee the openings of Delta Dreamflight, Magic Journeys, Mickey’s Birthdayland, and Splash Mountain.
“In 1993, Bill retired after 38 years with Disney, and he would be named a Disney Legend in 2005. In 2015, he wrote the book, From Jungle Cruise Skipper to Disney Legend: 40 Years of Magical Memories at Disney.”
Laughing Place
Disneyland union protesters chant ‘shut it down’ ahead of strike vote
The union coalition representing 14,000 Disneyland employees will hold a strike authorization vote on July 19.
By BRADY MACDONALD and JEFF GRITCHEN
UPDATED: July 19, 2024
“Disneyland’s largest union coalition protested on the Anaheim theme park’s birthday with ride operators, candy makers and ticket takers fighting for a pay raise ahead of a planned strike vote.
“Disneyland union employees rallied outside the park’s entrance on Wednesday, July 17 in support of union contract negotiations seeking fair wages. The symbolic date marked the 69th anniversary of the park’s opening on July 17, 1955.”
Orange County Register
Haunted Mansion construction won’t be done when Disneyland ride reopens
Haunted Mansion Holiday will return by Aug. 23 in time for the Halloween Time season.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: July 10, 2024
“Construction won’t be complete when the Haunted Mansion returns in time for Halloween with work continuing on the new stand-by queue and surrounding grounds, according to Disneyland.”
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“Disneyland has announced Haunted Mansion Holiday will return by Aug. 23 in time for the Halloween Time season at Anaheim theme park resort. A Virtual Queue will be used to manage crowds.
“The Haunted Mansion will likely reopen in late July and well before the 55th anniversary of the dark ride on Aug. 9, according to MiceChat.”
Orange County Register
Disneyland to close 6 attractions during busy summer season
The attraction closures take place just before the Halloween crowds descend on the Disney parks.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: July 15, 2024
“Space Mountain, Disneyland Railroad, Disneyland Monorail, Animation Academy, Turtle Talk with Crush and Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome will temporarily close in August as part of Disneyland’s standard refurbishment schedule.
“The six new attraction closures join the Haunted Mansion, Splash Mountain, Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes and Redwood Creek Challenge Trail that were already shuttered for refurbishment.”
Orange County Register
DISNEYLAND UPDATE – Send Us A Message From Regions Beyond!
By Dusty Sage -July 8, 2024
“You know that feeling you get when you go somewhere you love, but something feels off? That’s how Disneyland has been feeling to me this summer. There’s just a lack of… well… magic. Things feel stale. Pixar Fest has fizzled. Entertainment continues to be cut. And even though there’s a fantastic ticket offer for the summer, the crowds are missing. It isn’t all bad news, folks; some good things are coming sooner than expected. But Disney desperately needs a message from the great beyond because something is very, very broken with the park experience right now.
“Today, we’ll examine what’s wrong, what’s coming, and why Disneyland should be worried about Bob Iger’s short stint as CEO.”
Disneyland Update: Breakdown Blues, Empty Queues & Still Fine At 69?
MiceChat
Disneyland Update: Breakdown Blues, Empty Queues & Still Fine At 69?
By MiceChat Staff -July 15, 2024
Disneyland Update: Breakdown Blues, Empty Queues & Still Fine At 69?
MiceChat Staff
Disneyland celebrates 69 years of entertaining fans of all ages this week. And how is the old girl doing? We'll ...
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